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This clip is Part 2 of a 4-part film. Watch from the beginning

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TARGET: JAPAN Part 2

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On the Pacific War, 1943-1944. Reel 1, Adm. King diagrams the strategic situation in 1943. U.S. troops land on Eniwetok. Task Force 58 moves into the Marianas and Saipan is invaded. Troops advance on Guam. Reel 2, Sec. of the Navy Forrestal describes the logistical problems caused by lengthening our supply lines and shortening those of the Japanese. Cites the need for increased production.

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General Records of the Department of the Navy

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Navy Motion Picture Film Productions

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Date
1944-01-01
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3:54